Jeff Griffin, Myrtle Beach branch manager, noted a few trends taking place in the door and window industries.

“For windows, people are selecting different style grid shapes, like with a decorative, custom arched top,” said Griffin. “They’re moving away from the typical square or rectangle window in favor of decorative shapes.”

Depending on the needs of the customer, Eastern Building Supply can provide the perfect window for every home and every environment. It offers the more affordable Silverline windows, the middle-of-the-road Ellison brand, or higher end brands Stergis or Simonton.

When it comes to hurricane-resistant windows, Eastern Building Supply offers numerous lines and products as well, including its private brand Stergis, which offers the highest-rated protection for a more affordable price than similar lines.

“I’ve had more demands for hurricane resistant windows in the past year or so,” said Griffin. “There’s been more activity in that area, but the reason you don’t see them as widespread is because they’re extremely expensive, which is where the Stergis comes in. We can provide hurricane resistant windows at an affordable cost, compared to some of the other vendors.”

In the door market, Griffin has noticed a few recent trends as well.
“Everybody has gone away from steel doors to fiberglass doors,” said Griffin. “And, everybody wants blinds in between their glass. About 90 percent of doors that have glass in them have gone to a mini-blind inside the glass.”

In addition, Eastern Building Supply offers custom fitting services and door deliveries.
“If you need help, we come out and measure. I’ve got salesmen who will come out and help you figure out what size door you need, and not many people are offering that service. We do a lot of in-town consulting and deliveries.”

Having a door manufacturing facility in the company’s Goldsboro, N.C., branch also means that Eastern Building Supply can offer a wider range of products with a faster turnaround time than those of competitors.

“I can typically have a door within a week,” said Griffin, “and that’s a pretty darn good turnaround time.”

Griffin explained that its selection, service and style makes Eastern Building Supply the go-to destination for a diverse range of customers seeking windows, doors, and solutions for any exterior home project.

“We’re kind of like the good old boys – we’ll help you figure it out and get it to you in a timely manner.”